Monday, July 27. 2009

In the last three workdays, sometimes dodging rain showers, we have started the long process of relettering the car.

Step One

Here is the start on the reporting marks, and the pattern for the numbers. Yes, it is not finally in position and leveled!

Step Two

The artwork has been transfered to the car and taping has started.

Step Three

The painting on the numbers has started. On a good flat surface (this was not) the straight line edges can be painted using the tape, speeding up the process. This is especially true since my injured arm is nowhere near 100%

Step Four

Here is the finished product of reporting marks and number. I captioned the photos steps one to four, but of course there is much more involved. Research the fonts, sizes, and placement of letters; do the drafting work; cut out the patterns; and transfer that to the car. Then hope for good weather and start painting!

I bet you have no idea how much lettering is on the side of a freight car, so stay tuned. Then we get to do the other side. And did I mention the two ends?

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